Which of the Following Statements Does NOT Best Describe the Importance

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements does NOT best describe the importance of accurate medical records?

• A)They are essential to patient care. 
• B)They assist in controlling the costs of medical care. 
• C)They may be released without a patient's knowledge. 
• D)They are needed to provide referrals. 
• E)They maintain a conscientious record of patient care.

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Definitions:

Trust Endorsement

An endorsement that is used when the instrument is being transferred to an agent or trustee for the benefit of either the endorser or a third party; gives the endorser the rights of a holder.

Agent

An individual authorized to act on behalf of another person or entity in business transactions or legal matters.

Special Endorsement

An endorser’s signature accompanying the name of the endorsee.

Endorser

A person who signs the back of a negotiable instrument, such as a check, thereby transferring ownership or guaranteeing its payment.